Emergency School Closure Procedure

A decision to close school is only taken as a last resort and after conversations between the Headteacher, the Chair of Governors and the Caretaker. In reaching a decision many factors are considered, such as;

Heating availability and temperature inside school

Condition of water pipes in school and availability of running water

Condition of the immediate local roads

Ensuring the playground and paving around school can have secure, clear pathways to allow safe movement

Ability of adequate staff numbers to reach school

Closing school is only a last resort!

If school is closed you will receive an emergency text message. (PLEASE ENSURE YOUR UP TO DATE NUMBERS ARE HELD BY THE SCHOOL OFFICE TO RECEIVE SUCH A MESSAGE).

The school website will be updated on the homepage.

Staffordshire County Councils website will be updated. You can view this at